Routine can be your best friend, and worst enemy!

So, we're all slowly learning about each other's routines, which really means we're learning about his routine.
The boy is still sleeping through the night about 5-6hrs still, last night was 6.5 hrs! He's also eating well too, weighed in at 11lbs 10oz today for his weekly Well Baby Clinic visit.
Last weekend we trialed our first dinner out at a restaurant with a 2.5 week old, and spent most of the time away from the table, walking him around, feeding him outside in the car, passing him to aunts and uncles, grandparents and great aunts/uncles. We knew we were asking for it, because dinner was at 730pm, and he was a sleeping angel, until the clock struck 8pm, and the devil took over the boy until 930pm, right on schedule. That's right, we only have a devil child for 1.5 hrs a day, jealous huh???
This week, Grandma Barb came by with the Mayer's long time friend and neighbour Linda Bender. Linda's daughter Tammy met everyone here later on, and brought her newest addition, Jenna, who is 3.5 months old. It's pretty clear by the photos that our little man is a little monster for his age.
We're all excited for our visitor's this weekend, Cousins Jonah, Eydie and Uncle CJ and Auntie Nic, who have yet to meet Greyson, other than over the web. Sunday we are hosting a dual Birthday Party for Jonah's 3rd, and Andrea's 30th. Let's pray for no rain.

SLEEPING = GROWING!

Ok.....we were told not to tell anyone, but Greyson is sleeping 5-6hrs straight every night now for the last week, and is really getting into a routine. For all those people who are saying right now "everything can and will change", well we're bragging about it now, and are going to enjoy it while it lasts! :)
 It seems that the country air has not only helped him sleep, because he's also growing just fine too! He's gained another 7 oz from last week, so he's right on schedule. We've had to upgrade to larger diapers already, since he's well on his way out of the 10lb range.
So far, he enjoys greeting his dad with meltdowns when i get home so excited to see him. I'm testing some new techniques to bring him around( walks outside, bum pats while laying on my leg, and bath time).
This is so much fun.

Last Weekend before Dad return's to Work

This past weekend we had some visits from all 5 Grandparents and Greyson's first introduction to Auntie Linds and  his future Jujitsu Sensi, Uncle Kev.
Saturday, Grandpa Bruce and Grandma Sharon came by with a lasagna and fresh corn for dinner, and some tasty raspberry pie.(Thanks again!)
Sunday, Grandma and Grandpa Mayer picked up Gramma P and drove down to have some smoked pulled pork sandwich's and more fresh corn. Auntie Linds and Uncle Kev,  brought Greyson his first ice cream cake!
Monday, we took some time for ourselves and the boy before I had to go back to work the next day.

Greyson's first photo shoot....thanks Auntie Lisa!

Friday night we had a visit from Greyson's Auntie Lisa, who came for dinner and to take some photos. Lisa took photography in college and has done professional photography in the past including our engagement photos back in 2003. We worked the picture taking around feeding the little man and ourselves, and eventually we wore him out and ran out of light. We are so happy with the pictures, and will be printing some and getting them up on the walls soon. Here's a sneak peak.
Here's Lisa's email address if anyone wishes to use her talents in the future. lillygirl007@yahoo.com